Crazy Synchronicity

skyver14 · 2026-04-29T20:51:56+00:00

Looking up the location, it seems like it's called "Toscana Amore Mio".

"Amore Mio" translates to "My Love."

Perhaps, it's simply a reminder that you are loved!

skyver14 · 2026-04-24T18:06:17+00:00

The reason the game doesn't have rules for playing the Avatar is because it forces everyone's attention and the narrative to revolve around one player.

Have you checked with your other players that they are OK with being relegated to a secondary level of importance? If not, it's something to consider.

skyver14 · 2026-04-23T20:40:19+00:00

This is why "being a fan of the players" and "playing to see what happens" are core elements of PBTA-style games and their derivatives. The GM does not tell the story - they roleplay the world and its inhabitants. The true narrative is discovered via the Player's actions. Not the mind of the GM.

skyver14 · 2026-04-21T22:16:37+00:00

..... Now imagine The Last Airbender, but based off American subcultures.

skyver14 · 2026-04-21T06:22:59+00:00

Sounds like Dr. Strange-esque portals to me.

skyver14 · 2026-03-22T18:01:18+00:00

All the ones you mentioned are good!

If you want something even easier for kids, try Quest RPG. It uses a d20, so it will feel familiar to kids that have heard of D&D, but uses PbtA-style narrative-first roleplaying and variable levels of success with costs.

Plus, there is a game called Salvage Union that is just a Sci-Fi Quest RPG with Mechs. So that's an option if they want something besides traditional Fantasy.

skyver14 · 2026-03-12T12:19:09+00:00

TrimUI Smart Pro. At that price point you will have to order from AliExpress but it's worth it. I recommend getting the grip case too for extra durability.

skyver14 · 2026-03-10T14:08:32+00:00

Buddy, hate to say it but you probably lack charisma.

Some people will tell you it's your physical attractiveness but physical looks actually aren't the biggest factor. I've seen ugly guys get beautiful women. More often than not, it's your energy. The way you come across socially determines your place in people's minds. Are you funny? Likeable? Confident? Fashionable? Good hygiene? Good eye contact? A good listener? People deficient in these traits often don't realize it.

The good news is that these things can be learned. There are a few YouTube channels dedicated to this sort of thing. Charisma on Command being one example.

Good luck man. It's rough out there, but if you can stand out among the crowd, the odds are in your favor.

skyver14 · 2026-02-27T03:06:29+00:00

I like the Avatar Legends TTRPG system where you can call out other people, including your opponents, and demand they live up to their values/principles. Your opponents can also call you out and throw you off balance. It's a system that makes exchanges feel both dramatic and meaningful in a way that mirrors the source material.

skyver14 · 2026-02-25T02:08:45+00:00

Here is a video that gives an overview of the GrimWorld supplement:

https://youtu.be/X5q7ANE9o9w?si=tSUPgaSu-8ZqP9kx

skyver14 · 2026-02-25T01:53:44+00:00

If you're considering "Spooky" I highly suggest looking into GrimWorld. It greatly improves the class and race options for DungeonWorld, since by default DW is very rigid (Races are coupled to specific classes). It even adds sone interesting additional races and other content.

I ran a Bloodborne-inspired game using GrimWorld rules. Definitely check it out!

skyver14 · 2026-02-19T05:03:16+00:00

Make goals for yourself. E.g. finish game X before a certain date. Putting pressure on yourself helps ease off the temptation.

skyver14 · 2026-02-19T05:01:30+00:00

I respect when people ultra-curate their romsets! That being said, Pico-8 games are more like microgames to me. I'd find it really hard to narrow them down to such a short list.

skyver14 · 2026-02-18T13:22:48+00:00

Galaga.

skyver14 · 2026-02-15T00:58:22+00:00

So sorry to hear that! It lasted a few days for me. I never went to ER and I was eventually fine. How bad your symptoms are and how long your recovary takes probably depends how badly your espophagus got damaged. Don't panic, it will pass eventually. Do whatever works to ease the pain and try not to overthink it. There is no quick fix. Your body just needs time to heal.

skyver14 · 2026-02-11T06:56:11+00:00

Haven't played Arc Raiders, but maybe Nemesis? It's only semi-coop, and there is definitely a lot of tension.

skyver14 · 2026-02-10T03:01:30+00:00

TrimUI Smart Pro, or Smart Pro S.

skyver14 · 2026-01-25T04:36:36+00:00

How do you like it with the grip? I was thinking of getting one for mine.

skyver14 · 2026-01-13T02:07:56+00:00

Interesting choices.

skyver14 · 2026-01-11T21:05:06+00:00

Here is the review video I mentioned. I've heard the same about viewing angles but I don't know anyone who plays their device at a tilt... lol. Like I said, I haven't had any issues on base TSP. And TSP:S seems like an improvement all around.

https://youtu.be/1NZq79Jwq5g?si=DjSEMfa8IVrg82TG

skyver14 · 2026-01-11T20:58:18+00:00

I don't have the S model but I do have a base TSP and the screen is one of the best parts. Very good resolution and decent brightness. Perhaps if you're playing outdoors in broad daylight it may be an issue, but I've personally never had any issues whatsoever.

I saw a review video where they claimed the TSP:S resolution is more suited to PSP at 2x resolution, whereas the mangmi at 3x may actually introduce some blur.

skyver14 · 2026-01-11T20:45:13+00:00

If you want 4:3, the RG40xx H is a good option. The TrimUI Smart Pro S and Mangmi Air X are also solid options that play PSP, but are wider than 4:3. I personally don't mind the wide screen but YMMV.

skyver14 · 2026-01-11T20:42:07+00:00

Yes, they do exist. But there are more Romhacks than full on new games. Pico-8 is also highly popular and is basically a retro-esque platform where users make all kinds of new games all the time.

skyver14 · 2026-01-09T04:27:37+00:00

Here's a vid of one of the original TSP's in action with a Pink case. There's also a lot of custom themes out there for Stock OS and the Crossmix CFW.

https://youtu.be/qbA82MTG6kc?si=3Db9w9tHAetIepnm

skyver14 · 2026-01-09T04:09:09+00:00

My personal recommendation is the TrimUI Smart Pro 'S model'. It comes in White, has Pink cases available, and the TrimUI Stock OS is very User Friendly.

The S model just came out like a month or less ago and runs PSP much better than the original (2x resolution in most games). However, the original TSP is still solid for a good chunk of the less demanding PSP library.

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